This presentation will explore, from a historical perspective, the political and military origins of Juneteenth, America’s newest holiday. Juneteenth commemorates the day that enslaved people of African descent learned of the Emancipation Proclamation and the end to slavery on June 19, 1865. The presentation will focus on the political and military situation during the American Civil War (1861-1865), which produced the Emancipation Proclamation and eventually ended slavery in America. The presenter, Ricardo Crespo, PhD, is a professor of political science at Grossmont College.
Admission/Cost: FREE
Location:
Community Room
Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Knox Library
215 W. Washington Street
San Diego, CA
Saturday, June 6 - 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM
For more information, please visit: San Diego Public Library
